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Cranberry Bliss: A Delicious Conserve for Any Time of Year

Get Ready to Fall in Love with Cranberries

Cranberries are often associated with Thanksgiving, but this sweet and tangy conserve is perfect for enjoying all year round. With its unique blend of flavors and textures, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household.

The Perfect Combination of Flavors

This conserve brings together the sweetness of red currant jelly, the tartness of fresh cranberries, and the crunch of toasted walnuts. Add in some orange zest for a burst of citrus flavor, and you’ve got a match made in heaven.

Easy to Make, Delicious to Eat

With just 30 minutes of active cooking time, this recipe is perfect for busy days. Simply combine the ingredients, let them simmer, and then store the conserve in an airtight container until you’re ready to serve.

The Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup toasted and coarsely chopped walnuts
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest (from about 1 medium orange)
• 3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries (about 12 ounces)
• 1 cup red currant jelly
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 Granny Smith apples, cored and medium diced (about 3 cups)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Walnut Mixture: Place the walnuts, orange juice, and zest in a large heatproof bowl; set aside.
2. Simmer the Cranberries: Place the cranberries, jelly, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat and bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Add the apples and continue to simmer until the cranberries start to pop, about 10 minutes.
3. Combine the Mixtures: Pour the hot cranberry mixture over the walnut mixture and stir to combine. Cool to room temperature, then store in an airtight container until ready to serve.

Enjoy Your Delicious Cranberry Conserve!

This conserve is perfect for topping yogurt, oatmeal, or even using as a filling for cakes and pastries. Get creative and enjoy!